CH-EU-Ukraine / March 3, 2022
Border Opening for Ukraine and Sanctions against Russia
In light of the latest developments in Ukraine regarding the
Russian invasion, currently Poland (Schengen & EU member
state), Hungary (Schengen & EU member state), Moldova (neither
Schengen nor EU member state) and Romania (non-Schengen, but EU
member state) have opened their borders to Ukrainian citizens. As
of March 1, 2022, Ukraine has opened its borders to anyone who
wants to fight against Russia.
On February 25, 2022, Ireland's Justice Minister announced
the lifting of all visa requirements for Ukrainian citizens in
Ireland (non-Schengen, but EU member state). Refugees can enter
visa-free, but they would have 90 days after arrival in Ireland to
sort out their residency status. Otherwise, Ukrainian citizens may
enter a Schengen member state visa-free for up to 90 days. However,
according to the statements of the British Home Secretary on
February 28, 2022, the United Kingdom
